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Strengthening the seed sector in southern Ethiopia: A collaborative step forward
Read more: Strengthening the seed sector in southern Ethiopia: A collaborative step forwardA workshop was conducted on 08th March 2025 in Hawassa town with the aim to facilitate the establishment of regional seed coordination committee in the South Ethiopia People Region. Participants from various organizations in the seed sector attended the workshops. The event aimed to establish a regional seed coordination committee, bringing together stakeholders from diverse…
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Ethiopian Seed Association’s participation in AFSTA 2025 Congress: Key insights and take aways
Read more: Ethiopian Seed Association’s participation in AFSTA 2025 Congress: Key insights and take awaysThe Ethiopian Seed Association (ESA) has consistently demonstrated its commitment to learning, collaboration, and the advancement of Ethiopia’s seed industry by actively participating in the annual AFSTA Congress. This year, ESA management and Ethiopian Seed Partnership (ESP) staff joined the AFSTA 2025 Congress held in Kigali, Rwanda, from March 3-5, 2025. With the support of…
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Mercy Corps Ethiopia launches seed insecurity response program in Tigray
Read more: Mercy Corps Ethiopia launches seed insecurity response program in TigrayIn Ethiopia, where agriculture forms the backbone of rural livelihoods, seed insecurity has become a pressing challenge, particularly in regions affected by conflict, disasters, and climate-related shocks. Farmers in these areas face significant hurdles in accessing quality seeds of diverse crops and varieties, leaving them vulnerable to food insecurity and economic instability. Historically, emergency seed…
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Southwest Ethiopia People’s Region establishes seed sector coordination committee
Read more: Southwest Ethiopia People’s Region establishes seed sector coordination committeeOn January 24, 2025, a one-day workshop was held in Bonga town, marking a significant step in the establishment of a regional Seed Sector Coordination Committee for the Southwest Ethiopia People’s Region. The workshop brought together key players from the seed sector, including representatives from the Bureau of Agriculture (BoA), the agricultural input regulatory authority,…
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Regional seed sector coordination committees established in Sidama and Benishangul Gumuz Regions
Read more: Regional seed sector coordination committees established in Sidama and Benishangul Gumuz RegionsTwo consecutive workshops were held in the Sidama and Benishangul Gumuz regions to establish regional seed sector coordination committees. These workshops, conducted on December 21, 2024, in Hawassa (Sidama) and December 23, 2024, in Assosa (Benishangul Gumuz), aimed to address critical challenges in the seed sector and pave the way for improved coordination and self-sufficiency…
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Haramaya University launches short-term training program on seed production and business management
Read more: Haramaya University launches short-term training program on seed production and business managementIn a bid to address critical skilled manpower gaps in Ethiopia’s seed sector, Haramaya University, in collaboration with SWR Ethiopia ESP project, has launched a short-term training program aimed at enhancing the skills and knowledge of seed professionals across the country. The initiative seeks to tackle challenges related to the availability of qualified professionals and…
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Ethiopian Seed Partnership expands its reach to areas with increased seed insecurity
Read more: Ethiopian Seed Partnership expands its reach to areas with increased seed insecurityIn a strategic effort to enhance seed production capabilities amidst the challenges posed by conflict, disaster, and climate change, the Ethiopian Seed Partnership (ESP) has announced the expansion of its initiative in Ethiopia. This development aims to strengthen humanitarian efforts by aligning initiatives to positively impact local seed system developments through targeted interventions. The expanded…
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Call for an Expression of Interest for ISF member companies to be involved in Public-Private Partnerships in Ethiopia
Read more: Call for an Expression of Interest for ISF member companies to be involved in Public-Private Partnerships in EthiopiaESP looks to establish partnerships between international seed companies, their local partners or distributors in Ethiopia (if any), and the ESP team of WUR professionals. PPPs are designed to support international seed companies’ entry and/or growth in Ethiopia, regardless of their current presence or level of activity in the country. Through these partnerships, interested companies…
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Efforts to revitalize Amhara Region seed sector coordination is gaining momentum
Read more: Efforts to revitalize Amhara Region seed sector coordination is gaining momentumIn a bid to revitalize the Amhara region seed sector, a workshop was held in Bahir Dar city on November 19, 2024, focusing on strengthening the Amhara region’s seed core group. This initiative is part of the Ethiopian Seed Partnership’s (ESP) ongoing efforts to enhance collaboration and coordination among key stakeholders in the seed industry.…
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Ethiopian Seed Partnership launch marks a new chapter for Ethiopia’s seed sector
Read more: Ethiopian Seed Partnership launch marks a new chapter for Ethiopia’s seed sectorThe Ethiopian Seed Partnership (ESP) project was officially launched on October 25th, 2024, at the Haile Grand Hotel in Addis Ababa. The event, attended by key stakeholders and dignitaries, marked a significant milestone in Ethiopia’s journey to revitalize its seed sector. The launch began with an interactive marketplace visit, where participants explored posters showcasing the…
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